Some bird flu restrictions are set to be lifted from next week.
The Animal and Plant Health Agency said due to the reduction of the avian influenza risk to poultry and captive birds, the housing measures will be lifted at 12.01am on Thursday, April 9.
However, the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, requiring mandatory biosecurity measures will remain in place.
The agency added: “As birds have been housed for several months, it may be necessary for them to be acclimatised and their release carefully managed to minimise welfare issues. Keepers with any welfare concerns about their birds should speak to their vet.”
